Structural Welder - Barge Repair Facility

Craftsmen Contractors is hiring for a Structural Welder for a barge repair yard in the Vacherie, La. area. The job consists of performing overhead and vertical weld beads. This is a long-term position with an opportunity for advancement. The schedule is working day shifts Monday through Friday and occasional weekends/overtime. This position is good for someone who is just starting as a Welder and is ready to gain some actual Welder experience and knowledge. We need someone who has a willingness to learn, a strong work ethic, and a good understanding of welding. You will have to do some labor duties at certain times when needed.

Job pays $17 - $20/hour depending on experience and how you do on a weld test.

Weekly pay by direct deposit.

Job Duties:

• Weld vertical and overhead beads.
• Cut and join metal together.
• Lift some heavy objects from time to time.
• Cut metals into the appropriate shape.
• Some general labor tasks including clean-up, washing dock, and moving materials.

Job Requirements:

• Will have to pass a welding test - vertical, overhead, and flat.
• Need to have basic welding hand tools and gear(welding hood and gloves), and the required PPE.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Read a tape measure.
• Willing to assist with labor work when needed.

If you meet the above requirements and are available and interested please respond to this job ad with your resume.

Craftsmen Contractors is a skilled staffing contractor that has helped customers complete projects on time since 2010. We specialize in highly skilled trades for the construction, industrial, and manufacturing industries throughout the South.